Mississippi prospects at NFL combine

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Gabe Jackson. Mississippi State

? The Skinny: Jackson is perhaps the top interior lineman available in this year's draft. The Conerly Trophy winner earned multiple All-America honors for his play during the 2013 season and has impressed with his advanced technique and strength. This weekend, scouts will scrutinize the 6-foot-3, 336 pounders movement skills.

? Workout Day: Saturday (NFL Network).

? Current draft projection: Late first-to-third round.

Donte Moncrief, Ole Miss

? The Skinny: Montcrief could benefit a ton from this weekend's NFL Scouting Combine. He had a productive career at Ole Miss, but his physical traits (6-foot-3, 225 pounds) are prototypical of an NFL "X" receiver. If he runs fast, Moncrief could move way up the board for vertical-passing teams.

? Workout Day: Sunday (NFL Network).

? Current draft projection: Second-to-fourth round.

LaDarius Perkins, Mississippi State

? The Skinny: Perkins, a burner who finished his college career as one of the best running backs statistically in Mississippi State history, can improve his draft stock with a strong showing at the combine. Currently a projected as a late-round selection, Perkins needs to show electric speed in the 40-yard dash and solid hands in the receiving drills.

? Workout Day: Sunday (NFL Network).

? Current draft projection: Late rounds.

Kyri Thorton, Southern Miss

? The Skinny: Thorton, a defensive tackle, shot up draft boards with his recent play at the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl. Some draft experts rated him as one of the top prospects in the all-star game. Thorton, a 296-pounder, has powerful hands and flashes potential but he's considered raw.

? Workout Day: Monday (NFL Network).

? Current draft projection: Late rounds.

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Mississippi prospects at NFL combine

The Skinny: Jackson is perhaps the top interior lineman available in this year's draft. The Conerly Trophy winner earned multiple All-America honors for his play during the 2013 season and has